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Crane Company (CR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/29/2025: CR (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $211.88
1 Year Target Price $211.88
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 35.9% | Avg. Invested days 54 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/29/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 10.66B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 35.98 | 1Y Target Price 211.88 |
Price to earnings Ratio 35.98 | 1Y Target Price 211.88 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 1.36 | 52 Weeks Range 126.72 - 203.65 | Updated Date 08/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 126.72 - 203.65 | Updated Date 08/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.45% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.15 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 15.8% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.62% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.25% | Return on Equity (TTM) 17.93% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 35.98 | Forward PE 32.36 | Enterprise Value 10391529452 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.79 |
Enterprise Value 10391529452 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.79 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.67 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 22.76 | Shares Outstanding 57546800 | Shares Floating 48779579 |
Shares Outstanding 57546800 | Shares Floating 48779579 | ||
Percent Insiders 14.46 | Percent Institutions 77.79 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Crane Company
Company Overview
History and Background
Crane Company was founded in 1855 by Richard Teller Crane. Initially a brass and bell foundry, it evolved into a diversified manufacturer of engineered industrial products.
Core Business Areas
- Aerospace & Electronics: Supplies critical components and systems for aerospace, defense, and space applications, including landing gear, braking systems, and power solutions.
- Process Flow Technologies: Provides highly engineered products and systems for fluid handling applications, including valves, pumps, and related products.
- Payment & Merchandising Technologies: Offers payment and merchandising solutions, including vending machines and related products.
Leadership and Structure
Max H. Mitchell is the President and CEO of Crane Company. The company operates with a decentralized organizational structure, with each business segment having its own leadership team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Landing Gear Systems: Crane Aerospace & Electronics is a leading provider of landing gear systems for commercial and military aircraft. Competitors include Safran Landing Systems and Liebherr-Aerospace. No precise market share data is publicly available, but Crane is considered a major player.
- Valves: Crane Process Flow Technologies manufactures a wide range of valves for various industries. Competitors include Emerson Electric (EMR), Flowserve (FLS), and Pentair (PNR). Market share varies by valve type and region; Crane is a significant competitor in specialized valve applications.
- Vending Machines: Crane Payment Innovations provides vending solutions and payment system. Competitors include Nayax and Cantaloupe. Market share varies by region and product, no precise data available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries in which Crane Company operates are characterized by cyclical demand, technological advancements, and intense competition. Aerospace is driven by aircraft production and aftermarket services. Process Flow Technologies is influenced by infrastructure spending and industrial production. Payment Technologies driven by adoption of cashless payment methods and retail automation.
Positioning
Crane Company is positioned as a provider of highly engineered products and solutions in its chosen markets. Its competitive advantage lies in its engineering expertise, brand reputation, and global presence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for Crane's combined segments is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Crane's specific positioning allows it to target niche areas within this broad TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified business segments
- Strong brand reputation
- Global presence
- Engineering expertise
- Focus on high-margin products
Weaknesses
- Cyclical demand in some markets
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Integration risks from acquisitions
- Reliance on key customers
Opportunities
- Growth in emerging markets
- Increased infrastructure spending
- Adoption of new technologies
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Expanding aftermarket services
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Geopolitical risks
- Changes in regulations
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EMR
- FLS
- PNR
- HON
Competitive Landscape
Crane Company faces intense competition from larger and more diversified companies. Its competitive advantage lies in its engineering expertise and focus on high-margin products.
Major Acquisitions
Cryo Holdings
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 800
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Crane's Process Flow Technologies segment with cryogenic pumps and related technologies for industrial gas and LNG applications.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Crane Company's historical growth has been a combination of organic growth and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts expect Crane Company to achieve moderate revenue growth in the coming years, driven by its diversified business segments.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions and investments in new technologies.
Summary
Crane Company is a diversified industrial manufacturer with a strong brand and global presence. While they are exposed to cyclical demand, their engineering expertise is a significant strength. Strategic acquisitions like Cryo Holdings strengthen their market position, but they must navigate increased competition. Profit margins need to be increased given lower financials in recent years.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Company Website
- Analyst Reports
- Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Crane Company
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Stamford, CT, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-03-29 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Max H. Mitchell | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.craneco.com |
Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.craneco.com | ||
Crane Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells engineered industrial products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Aerospace & Electronics and Process Flow Technologies. The Aerospace & Electronics segment supplies critical components and systems, including original equipment and aftermarket parts for commercial aerospace, as well as the military aerospace, defense, and space markets. This segment also offers pressure sensors for aircraft engine control, aircraft braking systems for commercial aircraft and fighter jets, power conversion solutions for defense, and space applications and lubrication systems. The Process Flow Technologies segment provides other related products, such as lined pipe, fittings and hoses, vacuum jacketed air operated diaphragm and peristaltic pumps, instrumentation and sampling systems, valve positioning and control systems, vacuum insulated pipe systems, and valve diagnostic and calibration systems; pumps and systems; and commercial valves. The company was formerly known as Crane Holdings, Co. Crane Company was founded in 1855 and is based in Stamford, Connecticut.
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